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Independence, MO - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

LEGAL AID OF WESTERN MISSOURI
STAFF ATTORNEY (GENERAL PRACTICE)
INDEPENDENCE MISSOURI
Legal Aid of Western Missouri seeks a fulltime attorney for its new office in Independence Missouri. The attorney will be part of the team that also provides legal representation in our Warrensburg service area. This litigationcentered role will involve a case load consisting of 50 family law (domestic violence prevention) and 50 general practice with an emphasis on consumer defense including debt defense in both rural and urban counties. The ideal candidate will be a selfstarter who has experience independently managing a caseload. The position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule after six months of employment.
The qualified candidate must have the following:
  • Active Missouri Bar license or eligible for licensure in Missouri through reciprocity
  • Computer proficiency
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Desire and commitment to assist in the delivery of highquality legal assistance
  • Ability to speak a second language preferred but not required
  • Courtroom experience preferred
  • Experience handling community development cases is preferred but not required
Salary: $65000 DOE
Benefits:
  • Medical Plans with PPO or HSA options
  • Dental Plan
  • Vision Plan
  • Life Insurance
  • ShortTerm Disability
  • LongTerm Disability
  • Accident Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for medical or dependent care
  • Health Savings Accounts
  • Paid CLE and Bar Dues
  • Paid Time Off: Vacation Sick Personal and Holidays
  • Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
  • Travel and parking reimbursement
  • 401k and up to 3.5 employer match


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Employment Type

Full-Time

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